2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 296 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Freestyle | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |
